Wildlife in farm areas often eat seeds from crops. These seeds might have pesticide left on them. This is important because it can affect birds and mammals. The EU has rules to check if these pesticides are safe. But the rules use old data. This data might not be accurate. A new study looked at thi
The COVID-19 pandemic changed how we think about vaccines. Now, researchers are using a method called discrete choice experiments to figure out what makes people pick one vaccine over another. This review looks at many studies that used this method to understand what influences people's decisions ab
Older adults often take medications that can affect their daily activities. One type of drug, called anticholinergics, has been linked to a decline in physical abilities. These drugs block a natural chemical in the body called acetylcholine, which helps with muscle movement and other functions. Res
Kids need to move around to stay healthy. But when they have cancer, it's tough to keep up with physical activity. This can make them feel worse and lower their overall well-being. In Ecuador, many kids don't get enough exercise. Only a few spend more than an hour a week being active. This is a big
In the world of tiny molecules, long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) are like secret bosses. They don't make proteins, but they control many important jobs in our cells. One of these bosses, TMEM9B-AS1, has been found to be less active in the muscles of people with type 2 diabetes and muscle loss. This is
In a recent study, researchers dug into how weather and seasons might have affected old cremation practices. They did this by burning pig legs in different seasons in Greece. The idea was to see how things like temperature, humidity, and wind could change the way bones burn and what they look like a
The Mediterranean Sea is facing a hidden problem: heavy metals. These metals can harm marine life and even end up in our food. To understand this better, scientists studied two fish species: the small-spotted catshark and the European hake. The catshark is a bottom-dweller, which means it stays clos
Parents taking care of kids with type 1 diabetes (T1D) have a tough job. It's not just about managing the child's health; it takes a toll on the parents' mental health too. A program called the Adhera Caring Digital Program (ACDP) is trying to make things easier for these parents. It's a digital pro
Live-streaming shopping is a big deal these days. It's changing how people buy things and how brands sell them. But what's going on behind the scenes? Let's talk about the choices streamers make when selling products. Streamers have different ways to sell stuff. They can do one big show or split it
Camp Mystic, a popular youth camp in Texas, faced a tragic flood in July 2025. At least 27 people lost their lives. This happened just days after state inspectors approved the camp's emergency plans. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) gave the camp a clean bill of health on July 2.
